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Real Madrid and Super League Promoters Seek Over $4 Billion in Compensation from UEFA

Real Madrid and Super League Promoters Seek Over $4 Billion in Compensation from UEFA

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Real Madrid and the promoters of the European Super League are seeking more than $4 billion in damages from UEFA, claiming the governing body unfairly blocked the breakaway competition, a source told AFP on Thursday. A Spanish court on Wednesday rejected an appeal from UEFA related to the Super League. The Super League, proposed in 2021 by 12 top European clubs including Real Madrid and Barcelona, collapsed shortly after its announcement amid strong opposition from English fans and threats from UEFA and FIFA. In December 2023, the European Court of Justice ruled that UEFA’s ban on the Super League violated European law. Last year, a Spanish judge found that FIFA and UEFA had “prevented free competition” by opposing the league, ruling their actions as anti-competitive and an abuse of dominant position. The Madrid court also dismissed appeals from La Liga and the Spanish Football Federation on Wednesday. A22 Sports Management, the league’s promoter, said UEFA had “refused any path of compromise or reform” despite months of discussions, leaving them “no other choice” but to seek compensation for the damages caused. “After years of legal proceedings, UEFA can no longer ignore binding court decisions,” said A22 CEO Bernd Reichart. “By abusing their monopoly and blocking new initiatives, they have caused significant harm to clubs, players, and other stakeholders across Europe.” UEFA, however, stressed that the ruling does not validate the abandoned 2021 Super League project nor affect its current regulations, which were updated in 2022 and 2024. “These rules ensure that any cross-border competitions are assessed on objective, transparent, non-discriminatory, and proportionate criteria,” the governing body said. Real Madrid described the ruling as a “confirmation that UEFA seriously infringed European Union free competition rules by abusing its dominant position.” The club said it will continue to work “for the good of global football and fans” while pursuing substantial damages from UEFA.

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Champions League: Osimhen Fires Galatasaray to Victory over Liverpool

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Reigning Premier League champions and league leaders may be held to higher standards but concerns grow for Liverpool. Arne Slot’s side suffered back-to-back defeats after falling to Galatasaray in Istanbul. Their performance may trouble Liverpool’s head coach greater than the result. Liverpool were short on ideas and again suspect defensively as they were beaten by Victor Osimhen’s first-half penalty. Defeat could have been heavier had the Galatasaray striker not squandered two clear openings early in the second half and it needed the 62nd minute introduction of Mohamed Salah and Alexander Isak to inject direction into the Liverpool attack. Despite a quiet start to the season by his standards, and the opportunity for more rotation from Slot following a summer of heavy investment, the absence of Salah from a Liverpool starting lineup still contains the capacity to surprise. Galatasaray had won only one of their last 18 Champions League group games prior to Liverpool’s visit and none of their last seven European ties. From the backing of an impassioned crowd to the wild commitment of their players, the champions of Turkey were determined to make amends. Hugo Ekitike steered a free header wide from Cody Gakpo’s cross as the visitors attempted to silence the din. Gakpo created another opening for Ekitiké when slipping him through with a neat pass. Ugurcan Cakir, like Alisson before him, stood tall and saved with his legs only for the rebound to fall to Gakpo. Yilmaz had been caught in the face by Szoboszlai’s trailing hand — it was more of a stroke of the stubble than a proper slap — but the referee Clément Turpin immediately pointed to the spot. Osimhen drilled the spot kick straight down the centre of Alisson’s goal. Liverpool dominated possession and outnumbered the Galatasaray defence on several counterattacks without turning promise into genuine opportunity. Cakir saved from Wirtz at close range, desperate defending prevented Ekitike and Milos Kerkez converting at the resulting corner and Konate put a free header wide at the near post. But Slot’s side were unconvincing at the back and almost punished again when Osimhen dispossessed Ryan Gravenberch before being tripped by the midfielder just outside the Liverpool area. The £65m striker felt he was denied a clear goalscoring opportunity but Gravenberch was punished with a yellow card. Osimhen, a disruptive force all night, was gifted a chance to double the hosts’ lead by a mix-up between Konaté and Gravenberch. A tame shot was easily gathered by Alisson, but the Liverpool keeper was injured in the process and had to be replaced by Giorgi Mamardashvili. Alisson’s replacement was not troubled once Osimhen departed injury. Neither was Cakir, however, despite Liverpool penning Galatasaray in during the closing stages.

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Iheanacho Makes Confession About Early Celtic Introduction

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Kelechi Iheanacho has admitted that he was surprised to be introduced as early as he was for Celtic against Crvena zvezda on Wednesday evening. The Nigerian striker came on to replace Daizen Maeda at the interval and made an instantaneous impact, opening the scoring on 55 minutes with a fine finish into the top-right corner. Speaking to TNT Sports post-match, Iheanacho was asked whether he was surprised to have to come on at the break. “Yeah, a little bit,” he replied. “But obviously, the manager has to make the call, and I was ready to come in. “So I came in and gave my best for the team. “I’m happy to play for this great team, Celtic, and I’m happy to play my first European game with them. It was a good outing. We played a strong side and we get a point from it, so [I’m] happy.” Before he opened the scoring, the 28-year-old had a guilt-edged opportunity from close range that produced a fine stop by opposition goalkeeper Matheus. “Those kinds of chances as a striker, you felt it was in, but that was a really good save from the goalkeeper,” continued Iheanacho. “The second one, he tried as well to follow the ball, but it was in the top corner, so he couldn’t save that one. “I have obviously been in touch with the gaffer for a while, but it was a good decision by my team to come to Celtic. “As you can see, I’m enjoying being at Celtic. Hopefully, there is more to come and more goals to come.”

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Madrid to Host 2027 Champions League Final

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Madrid will host the 2027 men’s Champions League final – with Warsaw to stage the women’s final. Atletico Madrid’s 70,000-capacity Estadio Metropolitano has been awarded the men’s showpiece after Milan’s San Siro was stripped of the honour. Uefa decided to reopen bidding for the event amid concerns about refurbishment plans at the San Siro – and the match will now take place in the Spanish capital. Madrid’s Estadio Metropolitano last hosted the Champions League final in 2019, when Liverpool beat Tottenham. The women’s final will be staged in Poland’s capital, at Warsaw’s Stadion Narodowy. Uefa also announced that the Super Cup match in 2026 will take place in Salzburg, Austria. Uefa took the decisions at a meeting of its executive committee in Tirana in Albania where it also discussed requests from Spain and Italy’s football associations to play domestic league matches abroad but did not come to a decision on the issue. “The committee acknowledged it as an important and growingissue but expressed the desire to ensure that it has the views of all stakeholders before coming to a final decision,” said a Uefa statement. “There are many issues to resolve and as the European governing body, Uefa has a responsibility to take all such factors into account. “As a result, no decision was taken today but Uefa will undertake a round of consultation with all stakeholders in European football – including fans.” The executive committee did approve an amendment to the 2025-26 Uefa club competitions’ regulations that will permit clubs to temporarily replace one outfield player with a long-term injury or illness in their squads during the league phase until matchday six. Uefa said: “The reasoning for the adaptation is to ensure that squad lists are not unfairly reduced and players are safeguarded from additional workload pressure.”

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Ademola Lookman in Atalanta Champions League Squad After Failed Inter move

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Atalanta have named their official squad for this season’s UEFA Champions League, with Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman in La Dea’s list despite a summer of speculation linking the player away from the club. Inter were close to signing Lookman and made a real push to sign the Nigerian attacker but refused to meet Atalanta’s demands for the player, even after he effectively went on strike and removed all mention of the club from his social media profiles. The Nerazzurri were not the only club who wanted to sign Lookman this summer, with reports speculating interest from Turkey and a feeble loan bid from German side Bayern Munich late in the window. So as La Dea look to repair relations with Lookman, they name him in their squad for Europe’s top competition. There is only one notable absence from the squad: injured Dutch left wing-back Mitchel Bakker. Defenders: Ahanor, Bellanova, Djimsiti, Hien, Kolasinac, Kossounou, Scalvini, Zappacosta; Midfielders: Bernasconi, Brescianini, De Roon, Ederson, Musah, Pasalic, Samardzic, Zalewski; Attackers: De Ketelaere, Krstovic, Lookman, Maldini, Scamacca, Sulemana.

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UEFA Nations League Semi-Finals to Air Live on GOtv

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The UEFA Nations League semi-finals will hold this week, with Germany facing Portugal and Spain playing against France. Both matches will air this Wednesday and Thursday respectively at 8:00pm and will be broadcast live on SS Football (Ch. 61) on GOtv. Germany’s journey to the semi-finals has been one of tactical discipline and attacking flair. Under the youthful and energetic leadership of coach Julian Nagelsmann, the Germans topped their group with ease, showcasing dominance on both ends of the pitch. Germany secured a 2-1 victory in Italy in the quarter finals first leg and in the second leg, a thrilling 3-3 draw at home ensured a 5-4 aggregate win for Germany. Under coach Julian Nagelsmann, the team has blended experienced players with emerging talents like Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala. With the semi-final being played on home turf, Germany will look to ride the momentum and the energy of their fans as they aim for their first Nations League title. Portugal, champions of the inaugural UEFA Nations League in 2019, have once again proven they are made for knockout football. Managed by Roberto Martínez, the Portuguese side had to dig deep in the quarter-finals, overturning a tricky first-leg result against Denmark to win 5-3 on aggregate after extra time. Germany has had the upper hand in recent meetings with Portugal, winning their last five matchups. However, both teams come into this game in strong form, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Meanwhile, Spain and France will go head-to-head in the other semi-final match on Thursday. Spain, known for their slick passing and possession based football, breezed through the group stage and edged past Netherlands in the quarter-finals. They will be banking on the brilliance of Pedri, Ferran Torres and Álvaro Morata to take on the French side. France boasts an array of exciting talent at the heart of their campaign. Their quarter-final win over Croatia on penalties was a tactical masterclass, setting up a mouthwatering clash with Spain for a spot in the final. The winners of the semi-finals will meet in the UEFA Nations League final on Sunday, June 8. The two losing teams will play in the third-place playoff, also scheduled for the same weekend.

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Showmax to Beam Live FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Nations League Finals, Others

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While the thrilling finale of the Premier League may have drawn to a close, Showmax Premier League is excited to announce that the beautiful game is far from over. Football fans across Africa can look forward to an exhilarating off-season filled with world-class action, ensuring not a single moment goes by without live football entertainment. The football feast includes the highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup, on Sunday, 15 June 2025, where the planet’s elite clubs will battle it out for the prestigious global trophy. The tournament also features a galaxy of European giants, including powerhouses such as Real Madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, PSG, Inter, Porto, Benfica, Borussia Dortmund, Juventus, Atletico Madrid, and Red Bull Salzburg. Adding to the star power, global icon Lionel Messi will lead his team, Inter Miami, into the competition, alongside strong South American contenders like Botafogo, Palmeiras, and Flamengo. This monumental tournament will be held in the United States, culminating in a spectacular final at the iconic MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. But the FIFA Club World Cup is just the beginning of Showmax Premier League’s comprehensive off-season offering. Fans can also look forward to the intense drama of the UEFA Nations League Finals, a biennial international football competition contested by the senior men’s national teams of the member associations of UEFA. This tournament, kicking off with the semi-finals on 4 June 2025, provides a competitive platform for Europe’s top nations, where footballing titans like Germany, Portugal, Spain, and France will vie for continental supremacy, battling through the semi-finals to reach the highly anticipated finals. The excitement continues with top-tier women’s football, as we bring you both the UEFA Women’s EURO tournament and the Women’s AFCON tournament. The UEFA Women’s EURO showcases the pinnacle of European women’s football, featuring the continent’s best national teams competing for glory and further elevating the sport’s profile. Similarly, the Women’s AFCON tournament highlights the incredible talent and growing prominence of women’s football across Africa, with nations battling for continental supremacy and qualification for global tournaments. Morocco will play host to the tournament from July 5-26, 2025 as the best women’s footballers in Africa gather to compete for the coveted trophy. Before you know it, the familiar roar of the Premier League will return as clubs embark on their Summer Series tours. These exciting pre-season clashes see top Premier League teams travel globally, competing in high-profile friendly matches to fine-tune their squads and prepare for the rigours of the new season. It’s a fantastic opportunity for fans to see their favourite teams in action before the competitive fixtures begin. And for the ultimate appetite cleanser ahead of the official kick-off, don’t miss the traditional Community Shield trophy match on, 9 August 2025,, a prestigious annual fixture that pits the reigning Premier League champions Liverpool against FA Cup champions Crystal Palace in a battle for early silverware and bragging rights.

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Arsenal Wins UEFA Women’s Champions League

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Arsenal have won the UEFA Women’s Champions League, beating Barcelona 1-0 in the final in Lisbon. Substitute Stina Blackstenius scored the game’s only goal in the 75th minute after a brilliant pass from England’s Beth Mead. Defending champions Barcelona had dominated the game up to that point, both in possession and shots on goal. Arsenal boss Renee Slegers said prior to the game that her team, who many considered the underdogs, wanted “to show bravery”. Barcelona went into the match as favourites to lift the trophy, having won three of the last four competitions. Meanwhile, Arsenal – the only English team to have won the women’s competition – had not lifted the trophy since the 2006-07 season.

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